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Foundation brushes are a must in the kits of every makeup lover professional or not.
But without the proper techniques, even the most phenomenal brushes and pigmented palettes could go to waste.
The truth is, it all comes down to what works best for you.
Even still, applying foundation with a brush takes skill for a multitude of reasons.
Then, of course, the tools: is the brush rounded or flat?
Depending on your individual foundation needs, some techniques might work better for you than others.
Note that foundation brushes are best when used with liquid foundations, celebrity makeup artist Nick Barose toldByrdie.
This is because most foundation brushes can be used to finely contour your face with the liquid product.
Then, begin by “dotting” your face with the product.
Next, take a brush to smooth the foundation out over your face, says Barose.
The brush should not be stroked in one direction, but rather buffed everywhere to avoid leaving streak marks.
Should some streakiness occur, use a beauty sponge to blend the foundation further.
The kind of brush used for foundation tool will have an impact on how the makeup performs.
Flat brushes are also great for concealing blemishes because of their precision.
You may find that some fluffy brushes are shaped differently than others.
